The Development and Planning Services Department is responsible for administering the Village’s municipal and zoning codes to ensure the safety of our citizens, protect the public health, and ensure the orderly development of the community.

Northbrook is at the forefront of manufacturing and distribution activity as the business hub for the Chicago’s North Shore. Over 3,000 businesses, with more than 45,000 employees, call Northbrook home.

Northbrook is at the forefront of the Chicago’s North Shore as the business hub for professional and business services. Over 3,000 businesses with more than 45,000 employees call Northbrook home. Of those businesses, approximately 50% of them are involved with providing professional and business services.

If you are interested in opening a retail business, a restaurant, or a personal services business on the North Shore, we hope you consider Northbrook and one of our 14+ shopping areas that contain over 2.4 million square feet of retail space.